Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Owned by the Sea Author: LM Somerton Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 164 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: I highly recommend this one. This is a novel that could have gone one of two ways—gritty and dark with the scope of the tragedy, or life moves on and new hope grows, which is... Continue Reading →
Title: Evolved Author: N.R. Walker Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 242 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: There were so many things to like about this novel, not the least of which was the way in which the author created this futuristic world where robotics seamlessly fit into the human life. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: In... Continue Reading →
Title: Cronin's Key III Series: Cronin's Key: Book Three Author: N.R. Walker Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 7 hours and 30 minutes Category: Paranormal, Fantasy At a Glance: Buy the book, buy the series. N.R. Walker is a consummate storyteller, and Joel Leslie is a true performer. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: History isn't... Continue Reading →
Title: Gunned Down Author: Dale Chase Publisher: JMS Books Length: 50 Pages Category: Western, Historical At a Glance: Dale Chase always catches my eye with her spin on classic Westerns. The stories are quick, short, and action filled. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: The Farrow Gang robs banks with great success, but when Evan Langer is... Continue Reading →
Title: Sinister Hunger Series: Bloodstream: Book One Author: Katze Snow Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 212 Pages Category: Horror, Post-Apocalyptic/Dystopian, Vampires At a Glance: There is no doubt that Snow has an engaging voice and writing style that's easy to read, but sadly, I didn't find the hook that's going to keep me glued to my... Continue Reading →
Title: A Bolt of Blue Series: Angels: Book One Author: Nicky Spencer Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 399 Pages Category: Contemporary, Menage At a Glance: This is my first menage book, and I had fun reading it. I'll keep checking for a release date for book two in the series! Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Ian Golinski... Continue Reading →
Title: Omega Sacrifice Series: Pine Creek Lake Den: Book Two Author: Quinn Michaels Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 124 Pages Category: Mpreg At a Glance: On a whim, I picked up Omega Sacrifice and was glad to do so, as it left me more satisfied. This book redeemed the series for me, and I look forward... Continue Reading →
Title: Brandywine Investigations: Family Matters Author: Angel Martinez Publisher: Mischief Corner Books Length: 502 Pages Category: Fantasy/Mythology, Mystery At a Glance: Fantastic collection with three more Brandywine stories that add to the rich world the author has created. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: With his career firmly established and his reputation as a successful PI growing,... Continue Reading →
Title: The Contingency Plan Author: Addison Albright Publisher: JMS Books Length: 28 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: This is a delightful story that introduces us to Princes Marcelo and Efren, a seemingly unlikely pair. I sure hope the author decides to continue their story! Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: A sheltered prince. A sudden death.... Continue Reading →
Title: Tank Series: Ballsy Boys: Book Two Authors: K.M. Neuhold and Nora Phoenix Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 282 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is a great story, low on angst, high on the humour, and full of lessons about how first impressions can often be deceiving. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Tank Shallow pretty... Continue Reading →
Title: The Glasshouse Series: Lavender Shores: Book Six Author: Rosalind Abel Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 302 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: When I want a sweet romance I know exactly where to go, and it is to author Rosalind Abel and this lush series. The Glasshouse will not disappoint fans. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Transposition Series: Hazard and Somerset Mysteries: Book Two Author: Gregory Ashe Publisher: Self-Published Length: 350 Pages Category: Murder Mystery At a Glance: In spite of some issues, Transposition is another strong entry in the Hazard and Somerset series, blending a healthy dose of And Then There Were None with a rousing game of Clue.... Continue Reading →
Title: Whisper Series: Skins: Book Two Author: Garrett Leigh Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 260 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: There are so many wonderful moments and lines in this book. Leigh never ceases to leave me in awe with how seamlessly she can transition between scenes that are tender or heart-tugging to those that... Continue Reading →
Title: Diego's Secret Author: Bryan T. Clark Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 255 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Diego’s Secret is a beautiful and very well written story that reflects the lives of two men who live in opposite worlds but try to form a loving and heartfelt relationship. Bryan T. Clark's writing style is... Continue Reading →
Title: The Hockey Player's Heart Series: Dreamspun Desires: Book Fifty Authors: Jeff Adams and Will Knauss Narrator: Finn Sterling Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 4 hours and 56 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I want to stress here that the main part of this sweet story is very, very well done by Sterling, but... Continue Reading →
Title: Soul of Discretion Authors: Susan Mac Nicol and M. Tasia Publisher: Boroughs Publishing Length: 220 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I highly recommend this story; it kept my attention and often made me smile. As first collaborations go, I think it is a good one and I hope it’s not their last. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: Murder Takes the High Road Author: Josh Lanyon Publisher: Carina Press Length: 336 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I love mysteries and when they come mixed with a touch of romance and a hefty dose of humor, I am delighted. As usual it’s the characters that drive this story, and Josh Lanyon... Continue Reading →
Title: Contraband Hearts Series: Portkennack: Book Ten Author: Alex Beecroft Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 250 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: From the vivid setting to the appeal of its characters to the surprise revelation of the story’s true villain, Contraband Hearts added up to another win for me in a series of strong reads... Continue Reading →
Title: Alaska Series: Sawyer's Ferry: Book One Author: Cate Ashwood Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 183 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The writing overall is so, so good. I’ve always enjoyed Ashwood’s books, but Alaska felt like it was a notch above. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Nobody says no to a Prescott. Not even one... Continue Reading →
Title: Red Fish, Dead Fish Series: Fish Out of Water: Book Two Author: Amy Lane Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 11 hours and 48 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: The action in this book is once again expertly told by Amy Lane. There is true suspense throughout, but the book’s... Continue Reading →
Title: No Pain, No Gain Series: Herc's Mercs: Book Seven Author: Ari McKay Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 219 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: I truly enjoyed this installment in the Herc’s Mercs universe and would definitely recommend it. Mind the trigger warnings—the brutalities of war are not pretty, especially when they call for... Continue Reading →
Title: Masc Series: Sequel to Femme Author: Marshall Thornton Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 217 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Marshall Thornton delivers another great story about this sweet couple with issues that lead to heartbreak, love and a lot of humorous chaos. Reviewed By: Marshall Thornton Blurb: Lionel and Dog are back in this... Continue Reading →
Title: Dead Weight Series: Cold Case Psychic: Book Four Author: Pandora Pine Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 228 Pages Category: Paranormal, Mystery At a Glance: Despite the tough ending, the deepening relationship between Tennyson and Ronan, as well as the overall plot, was excellent and I look forward to seeing what is next for our psychic... Continue Reading →
Title: Postcards From Another Life Author: Andy Paulcroft Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 522 Pages Category: Mystery At a Glance: I found Postcards from Another Life to be solid, if slow-moving story. The mystery in 1977 was interesting and ended up being what made the story enjoyable. I totally would recommend this to those looking for... Continue Reading →
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